Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 8:18AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 6:18am
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
At 818 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from near Simmesport to 7 miles
northeast of Morganza to 6 miles east of New Roads. Movement was east
at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Zachary, New Roads, Jackson, St. Francisville, Clinton, Centreville,
Woodville, Slaughter, Wilson, Norwood, Wakefield, Spillman,
Batchelor, Lettsworth, Fort Adams, and Felps.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Pointe Coupee; West Feliciana; East Feliciana; Wilkinson
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov